Radicals publish "Gekokujō Manifesto" and form political group of the Same Name

A group of students and low ranking members of the military banded together this December to express their displeasure with the state of affairs in Indrala and the far east in general. Many young of Geo-Sowa descent are disillusioned with the prominence of western ideas (not to mention dominance of Germanic colonists) in the far east. Gekokujō (many against the Few), respects a growing anti-western feeling in Indrala. The new groups draws from Marxism, Buddhism and Geo-Sowan Nationalism to create an ideology they call Ikkō-Zen Nashonarusuto Shakaishugi Ryouken, or or Single Minded Zen Nationalist Socialism Thought, commonly referred to as Zen Socialism. The views of this group are set out in eccentric prose in the Manifesto of December 2807, which is republished for readers benefit.

We declare our faith in the teachings of the Buddha, that all individual life is transient and all things connected to the whole.

We declare all property illusionary, we declare any one who holds capitalist possessions dear to himself and seeks happiness by accumulating them inherently unenlightened.

We declare that in the days before contact with the Gaijin Imperialists, the Gao-Showa People were free from such illusions. We hold all the Gaijin Imperialist nations responsible for spiritual darkness of the People, especially the hairy Hulstrians.

We declare our aim to liberate the Gao-Showa People by means of a mass enlightenment.

The means of mass enlightenment shall be Gekokujō, the rising of the many the few.

Gekokujō shall pursue a policy of anti-Imperialist isolation and self-sufficiency from the unenlightened Imperialist-Capitalists and Social-Imperialists who have come from the lands of the sun set.

Gekokujō expresses solidarity with all anti-Imperialist struggles around the globe, especially those fought by Gao-Showa Peoples against Gaijin.

Gekokujō shall establish a belief in the way of the Tao, which is that all things cease to be and time moves ever forward, this shall be reflected in our faith in youth to replace the old.

Gekokujō shall establish Ikkō-Zen as the only true path to enlightenment and the only true Buddhism.

Gekokujō also draws some ideas from the Gaijin theory of Marxism. Of all the Gaijin economic theories, the economic system of Marxism is founded on moral principles, while capitalism is concerned only with gain and profitability. Hence Gekokujō draws from the teachings of Marx and Lenin. Gekokujō can rightly thought of as half-Marxist, half-Buddhist.

All above goals shall be achieved by creation of a Enlightened Peoples Republic under a Dictatorship of the Enlightened.

Banzai Gekokujō!

Unlike most parties, which have a single leader, Gekokujō has three "Great Masters" who will collectively fulfil the duties of head of state if elected, each checking that the other two stay in line with the philosophy of Zen Socialism. The three "Masters" are Lao Sensei, Itoskti Sensei and Fuwi Sensei, and each is elected to respect one of the three most fundamental principles of Zen Socialism. Here is a profile of each.

Lao Sensei, chosen to respect the Marxist economic mission of Gekokujō and the international aspect of the anti-Imperialist struggle. In charge of all affairs relating to urban workers and peasants, and establishing links with other movements outside Indrala.

Itoskti Sensei, chosen to respect the teachings of Ikkō-Zen and Geo-Showan culture. Leader of the Gekokujō paramilitary (Ikkō-ikki) and most notable author of the movement, maintains the spiritual purity, zeal and discipline of members through a tough training regime.

Nationalista landslide in election, Liberal establishment crushedA graph showing the indisputable victory of the Nationalista Party, with Gekokujō coming in second over the traditionally dominant Liberal Democratic Party of Indrala.

Not a single yellow streak left on the political map of Indrala, with only Kathuran turning Red for Gekokujō in a sea of blue.

KIGAMI, APRIL 2810 - President Hortál instructed his economic advisors to develop a five-year plan aimed at increasing workers' pay, achieving full employment, stimulating industrial growth of over 40% while diversifying the sector (then dominated by food processing), and greatly improving transportation, communication, energy and social infrastructure (in the private, as well as public, sectors). In early 2809 he launched this new political program, the New Society.

In an annual State of the Union, President Hortál revealed his plans for economic development and good government. Hortál wanted the immediate construction of roads, bridges and public works, which included 16,000 kilometers of feeder roads, some 30,000 lineal meters of permanent bridges, a generator with an electric power capacity of one million kilowatts (1,000,000 kW), and water services to eight regions and 38 localities. Herefor he increased the national budget with allmost 750 billion INS.

To accomplish his goals Hortál mobilized the manpower and resources of the Armed Forces of Indrala for action to complement civilian agencies in such activities as infrastructure construction; economic planning and program execution; regional and industrial site planning and development; community development and others. The President, likewise, hired technocrats and highly educated persons to form part of the cabinet and staff. The employment of technocrats in key positions and the mobilization of the Armed Forces for civic actions resulted in the increasing functional integration of civilian and military elites. It was during his first term that the Northern Luratha Expressway was constructed with the help of the Armed Forces engineering construction battalion.

'AGRICULTURAL REVOLUTION' - LESS UNEMPLOYEMENT IN TH CITIES, MORE EMPLOYEMENT ON THE COUNTRYSITE!

KIGAMI, MAY 2810 - The Hortal administration also wanted to increase the number of farms and other agricultural companies in remote and thin populated areas. To make the country self-sufficient in food, more farmers were needed. The high unemployement in the big cities was a tremendous sollution for the government to offer thousands of people from the cities to work on communal farms in the countryside.

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Gekokujō launches blistering attacks on Nationalista "shameless Neo-colonialism"Itoskti Sensei unleashes a tirade against the Nationalista governments foreign policy, especially it's appeasement of the Hulstarians."To remove these Imperialist stooges by force would too little for their betrayal of the core principles of patriotism!"

The Nationalista's conduct since taking office has outraged the extreme nationalist group Gekokujō, many of whom had welcomed the Nationalista victory as an end to Liberal hegemony. "We where very enthusiastic about their proposal to withdrawn from the Seleyan Union, but after they came to power they voted against it" says Fuwi Sensei of Gekokujō ruling council "and they have forced unlimited immigration on the people and began to sign treaties with the historic enemy of all Geo-Sowan peoples, the hairy Hulstarians! That, and their indifference to many matters brought before National Assembly by our members and their adoption of a new flag for no real reason has shown the true unenlightened, shameless Neo-colonialism of the Nationalista Party. Why, they even have a Gaduridosian name!"

Itoskti Sensei, most charismatic of the Gekokujō leadership and popular in military and student circles, went further by calling for "unrestrained and immediate armed struggle to be waged on the current administration, before they carry us further into the international Imperialist complex! They make treaties with the Gaijin to steal our freedom, and welcome in swarms of barbarian foreigners. When someone comes with a sword, meet him with a sword! These are acts of war on the Geo-Sowan people, so we must wipe them from our nation. Rise up, like the Samurai of old and defeat the enemy! Banzai Gekokujō! Banzai Bushidō!"

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President Hortal of Indrala and the Hulstrian Prime Minister during a state visit to Hulstria, September 2810.

Kigami/Kien, May 2811 - On his campaign to gain more international relations and to boost up the Indralan economy, President Hortal has establish some good relations with the Hulstrian government. 'This nation has been the victim of corrupt and weak governments for centuries. It is time for change, it is time for progress. The Hulstrians are able to help us out and to invest in our glorious nation', President Hortal said.

Hulstrian Ambassador Gustav von Stroheim enjoyed a particularly warm relationship with President Hortál, a bond Hortál hoped would facilitate special access to the Ewald administration in Hulstria. A state visit from the Indralan President to his Hulstrian collegue in Kien a couple of months ago, already started some profitable negotiations for a new trade agreement between both nations.

In April 2811 both governments agreed on the the Hulstria-Indrala Economic Friendship Pact. 'This is the beginning of a long friendship, I believe!', the President said in an interview with INN, 'Our nations recognize the need for peaceful and productive trade between the two glorious nations that will ultimately and most swiftly benefit the citizens of our respective countries in well-being and prosperity'. This pact resulted in a huge economic boost in Indrala, after many Hulstrian businesses opened in Indrala.

'We want progress, not brining Indrala back to the Stone Ages!!'

On the recent criticism from the opposition party Gekokujo, President Hortal defended his policy, especially his current international policy:

'We are true nationalists, and we believe in keeping the real Indralan thoughts and culture... but we are also a modern nation! A new economy on his way to became one of the most powerful economies in the region. Therefor we need strong allies to ensure our international position in Terra. The recent interigations by the Gekokujo Party are absolutely outrageous! I ask you this: do you want progress and prosperity for our glorious nation? Or do you want to bring our nation back to the Stone Ages once again??'

HORTAL RUNS FOR RE-ELECTION: NATIONALISTAS PLEES FOR PROGRESS AND PROSPERITY.

Kigami, July 2811 - At his annual speech, President Hortál announced that he would run for a second term, at the Presidential Elections next year. In his speech, the President opens the full attack on the Gekokujo, the Maoist, and in his eyes radical and dangerous extremists.

The Indralan, it seems, had lost his soul, his dignity, and his courage. We had came upon a phase of our history when ideals are only a veneer for greed and power, (in public and private affairs) when devotion to duty and dedication to a public trust are to be weighted at all times against private advantages and personal gain, and when loyalties can be traded.

Our nation was in the iron grip of venality, its treasury was barren, its resources were wasted, its civil service was slothful and indifferent, its armed forces demoralized and its councils sterile. We were in crisis. And now? Thanks to the Nationalista Party, times are changing. Crime and corruption are getting lower every day. You know that now our treasury is flourishing. Our agricultural and industrial power is growing every month, and Indrala is becoming to be one of the most powerful economic powers in the region. Gone with the 'Banana Republic' we once were! Only by severe self-denial will there be hope for more and more recovery within the upcoming years.

I shall win the next elections, and I shall give the Indralans what they hoped for for so long: dignity, strenght and glory! Do we want maoist to take over our beautiful country, and destroy everything we fought for the past four years? I don't think so! Do we want economic slowdown? NO! Do we want progress? YES!

This nation can be great again. This I have said over and over. It is my articles of faith, and Divine Providence has willed that you and I can now translate this faith into deeds!

Gekokujō selects Itoskti-Sama as Supreme Leader and Presidential CandidateItoskti-Sama promises "a Peoples Shogunate, a spiritual and social revolution aimed at bringing enlightenment to the whole people".

Gekokujō elected the hard-liner Itoskti-Sensei (now Itoskti-Sama) as presidential candidate and Supreme leader of the Zen Socialist Revolution. His election, while not a great surprise, has worried both traditionalists and moderates in the movement. Traditionalists dislike the idea of a single leader above the Sensei Council, and moderates are distressed by Itoskti-Sama's violent rhetoric (in his first speech as leader he proclaimed "Psychical force is only treason when it fails, when it succedes it is glorious freedom" and in a book of short quotations stated "Political Power is the blade of a sword") and his extreme Patriotism. Only Lao Sensei is comparable in charisma and popularity to challenge Itoskti's leadership, but he has endorsed the paramilitary leader candidacy seemingly without hesitation and Fuwi Sensei has always been closely aligned to Itoskti's "Ikkō Nationalism" since the movement was founded. Lao insists little has changed, "it may seem like Comrade Itoskti-Sama's election has disturbed the balance between Socialism and Nationalism within the Anti-Imperialist struggle, but the Ikkō-Zen movement is still dedicated to persevering that balance. It is simply that the People need a finger-head to associate with the movement, not a Council".

Itoskti-Sama declared that the main priority of a Gekokujō government would be "serve all links with the Fascist Hulstrians, and to consolidate the reforms which our movement has already brought Indrala. Then, we shall move to create the Dicatorship of the Enlightened and begin the spread the Zen Socialist revolution to our Geo-Showan brothers in Sekowo, Gao-Soto, Kazulia and Dranland!"

Itoskti-Sama claimed yesterday that his election campaign is "part of the world-wide struggle against Imperialism, not only against the making of our country in a second Barmenia by the Hulstrian Gaijin, but against all Imperialists. Against the Maximilans, against the Kenndies and the Luthorians. Zen Socialism respects the negation of all Imperialist ideology, Empires are merely sand castles before the sea of eternity. Only by becoming one with the flow of eternity and accepting it cannot hold so many sand forever will nations become great. However, Imperialists are so absorbed in the illusion of ownership it is necessary to fight and kill them, war and revolution are the pure embodiment of Tao, it destroys everything the Imperialists have built. So when the Imperialists come with swords, meet them with swords. When they come with guns, meet them with guns, and when they come with Nuclear weapons, meet them with Nuclear weapons!"